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Azam Baki: MACC officers must declare NGO ties to prevent conflicts of interest
PUTRAJAYA, April 24 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) now requires all its personnel to declare their involvement in non-governmental organisations (NGOs) as a measure to strengthen integrity and prevent any conflict of interest within the organisation. Chief Commissioner Tan
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Malaysia hailed as global model in disaster management, says DPM Zahid
KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 — Malaysia has emerged as a global model in disaster management, with international powers seeking to learn from its expertise and specialised response teams, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said
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Tangkap Azam Baki rally brings DAP, MCA youth together over MACC chief row
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 — The youth wings of rival political parties DAP Socialist Youth (Dapsy) and MCA Youth are set to join the April 25 “Tangkap Azam Baki” rally, in an unusual display of unity over the leadership of
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Malaysia Airlines rolls out Mumbai Indians-themed jet, taking IPL side’s colours global
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 — Malaysia Airlines has unveiled a special aircraft livery in collaboration with Indian Premier League side Mumbai Indians, bringing the cricket franchise’s signature blue and gold to the skies. The design, featured on the airline’s Airbus
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Nothing off the radar: Malaysia’s army to deploy mobile CBRNE command centre in 2027 as AI upgrades its threat‑response readiness
KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 — For decades, a specialised unit in the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) — the 12th Squadron Royal Engineer Regiment — has been quietly tracking down some of the deadliest threats on our shores. These threats —
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Government freezes 163 unauthorised non-Muslim religious sites in KL, launches structured solution plan
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 — The government has imposed an immediate freeze on any new construction or expansion at 163 unauthorised non-Muslim places of worship (RIBI) identified on public land in the city. Announcing the move, Minister in the Prime
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Level 1 hot weather alert issued for 10 areas in Perlis, Kedah and Kelantan
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today issued a Level 1 hot weather status or alert category for 10 areas involving Perlis, Kedah and Kelantan. MetMalaysia in a statement announced that the areas involved are the
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Miri woman loses RM485,832 in Instagram scam
MIRI, April 23 — A local woman lost RM485,832 after falling victim to a fraudulent online investment scheme that promised quick returns. Miri district police Chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the 48-year-old victim lodged a police report yesterday
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First landslide in 30 years prompts DBKL to act on Bukit Lanjan flood risk
KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has proposed the creation of an on-site detention area as an immediate measure to address the risks of flooding and landslides in Kampung Bukit Lanjan here. Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk
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Exco: Selangor wants ‘win-win’ solutions for non-Muslim religious sites
SHAH ALAM, April 23 — The Selangor government is adopting a diplomatic approach in addressing issues related to non-Muslim houses of worship (RIBI), aiming to ensure fair resolutions while preserving harmony among all parties. State Human Resources and Poverty Alleviation
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